Hudson Vineyards dam
Hudson Vineyards
Located in Napa, California, Hudson Vineyards is a privately owned property that plays a crucial role in water supply and irrigation. The dam at Hudson Vineyards, completed in 1983, stands at a height of 25 feet and serves as a reliable source of water for the surrounding area. With a storage capacity of 74.12 acre-feet, the dam on Tr Huichica Creek is essential for maintaining the agricultural operations at the vineyard.
Despite being classified as having a "Significant" hazard potential, the dam at Hudson Vineyards is deemed to be in fair condition as of the last assessment in September 2017. Regular inspections and enforcement measures by the California Department of Water Resources ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. The dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment remain unspecified, highlighting the need for ongoing monitoring and preparedness in the face of potential climate-related challenges.
Hudson Vineyards stands as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate resilience in the heart of California's wine country. As water scarcity and extreme weather events become increasingly prevalent, the maintenance and regulation of structures like the dam at Hudson Vineyards are crucial for ensuring a sustainable future for agriculture and the environment. Through proactive risk management and adherence to safety protocols, Hudson Vineyards continues to serve as a vital resource for the community and a model for sustainable water management practices in the face of a changing climate.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
- Fair
- No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action.
- Poor
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency.
- Unsatisfactory
- A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
- Not Rated
- The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
- Significant
- Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
- Low
- Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
- Undetermined
- Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Hudson Vineyards -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Nathanson C A Sonoma Ca | 0 cfs | → |
| Napa R Nr Napa Ca | 27 cfs | → |
| Sonoma C A Agua Caliente Ca | 10 cfs | → |
| Petaluma R A Copland Pumping Station A Petaluma Ca | 90 cfs | → |
| Sonoma Creek A Kenwood Ca | 2 cfs | → |
| Novato C A Novato Ca | 1 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Hudson Vineyards.
Boat launches
- Cuttings Wharf Road 3175-3337, Napa
- Cuttings Wharf Road 3270, Napa
- Napa Valley Vine Trail, Napa
- North Camino Alto Vallejo
- Sears Point Road 100-138, Novato
- Curtola Parkway 139-199, Vallejo
Campgrounds
- Napa Valley Expo
- Skyline Wilderness County Park
- Camp Via (Sonoma Developmental Center)
- Browers Garden Camping - No Reservation Needed
- Rowser Garden Camping (No Reservation Needed)
- Sugarloaf Ridge State Park
Fishing spots
- 9th Street Boat Ramp
- City Of Benicia Fishing Pier
- Lake Ralphine
- Lake Berryessa
- Berryessa Lake
- San Pablo Reservoir
Paddle runs
- Headwaters To Ends One Quarter Mile South Of Bear Valley Road Bridge Segment 1: Ends 1/4 Mile South Of Bear Valley Road Bridge Segment 2: Caltrans Corporation Yard At Point Reyes Staton.
- Olema Ranch Campground To Caltrans Corporation Yard At Point Reyes Station
- Headwaters To Mouth
- Cache Creek
Track Hudson Vineyards in the Snoflo app
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About Hudson Vineyards
Where does the data for Hudson Vineyards come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Significant hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Hudson Vineyards.